西班牙语研究课程为对语言，文化和文学各个方面感兴趣的学生提供了西班牙语专业的多个集中课程。西班牙语研究成功的基础是精通语言。因此，每个主要的学习都始于学生通过完成针对第二语言学习者的语言课程（SPN 1120-SPN 2221）或完成针对传统语言者的语言课程（SPN 1340和SPN 2342）表现出的西班牙语高中级到高级能力之后开始或证明自己的母语能力（来自西班牙语国家的高中或大学文凭）。AP考试学分还可以证明您具有更高的语言水平，并且可以算入学位。
The Spanish Studies program offers several concentrations in the Spanish Major for students interested in different aspects of the language, culture, and literature. The foundation of success in Spanish Studies is proficiency in the language. Each major concentration, therefore, begins after students have demonstrated high intermediate to advanced competency in Spanish by either completing language courses for second language learners (SPN 1120-SPN 2221) or by completing language courses designed for Heritage Speakers (SPN 1340 and SPN 2342) or by proving native-speaker competency (High School or College diploma from a Spanish speaking country). AP exam credits can also certify more advanced language proficiency and can count toward degrees.<br><br>Students interested in advanced study of the language, culture, and literature, should acquire the Spanish major, which is a universally recognized credential that certifies professional-level proficiency in the language and advanced cultural competency in relations with Spanish speaking peoples and countries. The major is a 36-37 credit program, depending on individual circumstances. The major can be easily combined with other majors in the university as a second major.